Advance Your Academic Journey with an Associate in Arts (A.A.) Degree
The Associate in Arts (A.A.) Degree is designed to provide students with the courses needed for the freshman and sophomore levels of a bachelor’s degree. Upon completion of the A.A. degree, students are eligible to continue their junior and senior-level coursework for their baccalaureate studies.
Students are responsible for investigating the requirements for their chosen bachelor’s degree, including those offered by LSSC, and to work with an LSSC academic advisor to plan their A.A. coursework in order to make a smooth transition.
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Advertising Pathway
Your creative career starts with the Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Advertising. This degree prepares you for the junior and senior-level coursework required in advertising.
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Art Pathway
The Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Art prepares students to complete the lower-division courses needed for a bachelor’s degree in art. Whether you prefer online or in-person classes, you have the flexibility to select electives that align with your interest and goals.
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Biology Pathway
Prepare for a future in science with the Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Biology. This program helps students complete the lower-division courses needed for a bachelor’s degree in biology.
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Business Pathway
The Associate in Arts (A.A.) Degree in Business provides the essential foundation for the first two years of a bachelor’s degree in business. Upon completion, you’ll be prepared to transition into upper-level coursework for your business major.
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Chemistry Pathway
The Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Chemistry gives you the foundational knowledge required for the first two years of your bachelor’s degree in chemistry. After completing this degree, you’ll be ready to continue with upper-division chemistry courses.
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Computer Science Pathway
The Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Computer Science provides the fundamental courses for the first two years of a bachelor’s degree in computer science. Upon completion of the A.A. degree, students are eligible to continue their junior and senior-level coursework for their baccalaureate studies.
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Criminal Justice Pathway
Begin your career in public safety with the Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Criminal Justice
This program includes the first two years of coursework for students planning to earn a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. Upon completion, you’ll be prepared to transfer into a bachelor’s program.
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Digital and Performing Arts Pathway
The Digital and Performing Arts Pathway prepares students for careers in performance, directing, and theatre production. Students receive hands-on training in acting, stage and production management, voice and movement, script analysis, and directing.
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DirectConnect to UCF Pathway
Lake-Sumter State College is proud to partner with the University of Central Florida to offer the DirectConnect to UCF® program to LSSC students. This nationally recognized program provides guaranteed admission and a smooth transition from LSSC to UCF after completing your Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree.
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Early Childhood Education Pathway
Start your teaching journey with the Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Early Childhood Education. This program prepares students to transfer into a bachelor’s degree program.
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Elementary Education Pathway
Prepare for a career in teaching with the Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Elementary Education. This program provides the foundation for students planning to transfer into a bachelor’s degree program in elementary education.
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Engineering Pathway
Start your Path to innovation with the Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Engineering
This program provides the first two years of coursework toward a bachelor’s degree in engineering. After completing the A.A., students are prepared to transfer into upper-level engineering courses
Courses are offered online or in person, with elective choices tailored to your interests and career goals.
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English and Literature Pathway
The Associate in Arts (A.A.) in English & Literature Degree is designed to provide students with the courses needed for the freshman and sophomore levels of a bachelor’s degree. Upon completion of the A.A. degree, students are eligible to continue their junior and senior-level coursework for their baccalaureate studies.
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Environmental Science Pathway
Begin your environmental career with the Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Environmental Science. This program provides students with a foundation in environmental science.
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General Studies (Pathway to Bachelor’s)
The Associate in Arts (A.A.) in General Studies offers a solid liberal arts education, focusing on five key areas: communications, humanities, mathematics, science, and social science. The program also provides ample elective options, allowing students to tailor their studies toward a specific major or explore a variety of subjects.
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History Pathway
The Associate in Arts (A.A.) in History is designed to provide students with the essential coursework for the first two years of a bachelor’s degree in history. Upon completing this degree, students are ready to continue their studies in advanced history courses as they work toward their baccalaureate degree.
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Hospitality Management Pathway
The Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Hospitality Management provides students with the foundational knowledge and skills needed for the first two years of a bachelor’s degree in hospitality. Upon earning the A.A. degree, students are well-prepared to advance to junior and senior-level courses in hospitality management.
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Information Technology Pathway
The Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Information Technology equips students with the foundational knowledge required for the first two years of a bachelor’s degree in IT. Upon completing the A.A. degree, students are prepared to continue their studies in advanced IT courses as they pursue their baccalaureate degree. Students can complete their courses online or in person, with the flexibility to choose electives that match their interests and goals.
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Journalism Pathway
The Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Journalism provides students with the foundational knowledge and skills needed for the first two years of a bachelor’s degree in journalism or related fields. Upon completion, students are prepared to continue their studies in advanced journalism courses.
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Mathematics Pathway
The Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Mathematics provides the essential coursework to help students progress toward a bachelor’s degree in mathematics. Upon completion of the A.A. degree, students are eligible to continue their junior and senior-level coursework for their baccalaureate studies.
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Medical Laboratory Technology Pathway
The Associate in Arts (A.A.) Degree is designed to provide students with the courses needed for the freshman and sophomore levels of a bachelor’s degree. Upon completion of the A.A. degree, students are eligible to continue their junior and senior-level coursework for their baccalaureate studies.
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Nursing Pathway
The A.A. Nursing pathway is designed for students planning to pursue a career in nursing. It provides the necessary prerequisite courses for those intending to apply to Lake-Sumter State College’s A.S. Nursing (RN) program, continue into the RN to BSN program, or transfer directly into a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at a state university.
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Pharmacy Pathway
Start your path to a pharmacy career with the Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Pharmacy prepares students to transfer into a bachelor’s degree program that supports future application to pharmacy school. This pathway is ideal for students interested in pharmaceutical sciences, healthcare, and patient care.
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Physics Pathway
The Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Physics provides students with a foundation in the principles of physics, preparing them for the first two years of a bachelor’s degree. Upon completion, students will be ready to continue their studies at the upper level in a variety of physics-related fields.
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Political Science Pathway
The Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Political Science prepares students for transfer into bachelor’s degree programs in political science. It offers a strong academic foundation in understanding government, political systems, and public policy.
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Professional Health Pathway
The Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Professional Health prepares students for transfer into bachelor’s degree programs focused on health-related careers. Upon completion of the A.A. degree, students are eligible to continue their junior and senior-level coursework for their baccalaureate studies.
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Psychology Pathway
The Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Psychology provides students with the core principles and practices of psychology, preparing them for the first two years of a bachelor’s degree. preparing them for a transition into upper-level coursework in psychology.
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Respiratory Care Pathway
The Associate in Arts (A.A.) Degree is designed to provide students with the courses needed for the freshman and sophomore levels of a bachelor’s degree. Upon completion of the A.A. degree, students are eligible to continue their junior and senior-level coursework for their baccalaureate studies.
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Secondary Education Pathway
The Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree in the Secondary Education Pathway provides students with the foundational courses required during the freshman and sophomore years of a bachelor’s program in education. Upon completion of the A.A. degree, students are eligible to continue their junior and senior-level coursework for their baccalaureate studies.
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Social Work Pathway
The Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Social Work equips students with the essential knowledge and skills needed to pursue a career in social work. Upon completing this program, students will be prepared to continue their education at the bachelor’s level and engage in meaningful social work practices.
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Sports and Exercise Science Pathway
The Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Sports and Exercise Science provides students a foundation in the principles of exercise science, preparing them for further study in sports and health-related fields. Upon completion, students will be ready to continue their education and pursue a bachelor’s degree in exercise science or a related field
Courses are available online and in person, giving students the flexibility to tailor their electives to their interests and professional aspirations.